Alberta seeks to set limits on use of medically assisted dying
The Canadian province has proposed legislation that will limit its use solely to end-of-life circumstances.
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"This legislation strengthens safeguards and restores clear limits on eligibility to protect vulnerable Albertans facing mental illness or living with disabilities."
— Danielle Smith , Politician
"It demonstrates that governments can strengthen laws and better protect people whose lives are not nearing an end."
— Moira Wilson , Activist
"For that reason, we welcome the steps Alberta is taking to strengthen protections for those experiencing mental illness."
— Mara Grunau , Executive
Key People
Danielle Smith is the Premier of Alberta, Canada.
Mara Grunau is the chief executive of the Canadian Mental Health Association's Alberta division.
Moira Wilson is the president of Inclusion Canada, an organization supporting people with intellectual disabilities.
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